In a summer where departures feel increasingly likely, it seems AC Milan are doing everything to keep their star players.
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From reports today, we already know that Adrien Rabiot is increasingly likely to remain at Milan through the summer and there have already been calls made to Mike Maignan to ask the same of him.
For what it is worth, Gerry Cardinale also called Rafael Leao and the door was not closed on his continuation with the Rossoneri.
However, there are others who face departures this summer and the American is trying to keep and secure them.
Cardinale’s hopes
According to Gazzetta dello Sport, he does not want to lose his ‘big names’, which is why he has shut down the exit talk for Christian Pulisic. He has a contract until 2027 – or 2028, with the option to extend included – and he intends to extend that this summer.
Discussions are expected to restart after the World Cup, where all parties should have a clear mind on the future.
Additionally, he wants to keep Luka Modric at Milanello. Earlier this morning, it was suggested that Ruben Amorim is building a plan for the Croatian and Cardinale wants to help convince him of that.
He will not allow distractions during the World Cup, so it is another case for later. However, a renewal is not off the table and the owner is eager to talk about the future.